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5 Easy Day Trips from NYC – No Car Required

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-10-07T14:22:28+00:00October 6th, 2025|Daytrippin'|

As autumn settles over the Hudson Valley, it’s the perfect season to trade city streets for river views, crisp air, and a quiet cafe Upstate. Whether it’s a first foray north of the city or a return to a familiar haunt, these five destinations offer an easy escape — all reachable by train, no car required. From design-minded getaways in Cold Spring and Beacon to the storied charm of Sleepy Hollow, this guide highlights five effortless day trips from NYC.

Fern Hollow in Stone Ridge, NY

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-10-08T21:43:14+00:00October 1st, 2025|Real Estate|

Perched high above the Muddy Kill Creek in Stone Ridge, Fern Hollow is a newly built home that combines mid-century modern inspiration with reclaimed details and artisanal design. The result is a modern treehouse that feels both elevated and approachable, with dramatic glass walls overlooking the creek as it winds through the wooded landscape. Thoughtful craftsmanship, from vintage terrazzo floors to custom cabinetry repurposed from a 1960s library, infuses warmth and character throughout.

The Smithwood House in Bethel, NY

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-09-11T18:31:43+00:00September 9th, 2025|Real Estate|

The Smithwood House is a newly built, one-of-a-kind modern home set in a wooded landscape, designed with a striking architectural profile and a sense of refined detail. Clean lines, soaring windows, and thoughtful accents come together in a layout that feels both bold and livable. Inside, every element has been carefully considered, from custom built-ins to sleek appliances, creating a home that balances contemporary form with everyday comfort.

PerryWood in Bethel, NY

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-09-09T00:42:25+00:00September 7th, 2025|Real Estate|

Set on five wooded acres with views over Hunter Lake, PerryWood offers a private retreat framed by forest and water. The double A-frame rises through the trees, its walls of glass and vaulted ceilings bringing the surrounding landscape fully into the home. Light shifts across the wood-clad interiors, while decks and pathways extend living spaces into the treeline, creating a sense of calm and continuity between indoors and out.

The Catskill Overlook in Saugerties, NY

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-09-04T22:32:12+00:00September 3rd, 2025|Real Estate|

Set at the end of a long private drive, The Catskill Overlook rises on steel and concrete pillars, its glass-and-concrete form elevated above 13.4 wooded acres. Walls of glass frame mountain ridges, while soaring ceilings with exposed beams and polished concrete floors create interiors that feel both sculptural and serene — a home defined as much by its architecture as by its natural surroundings.

Camp Woodridge in Lake Placid, NY

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-08-26T12:16:34+00:00August 22nd, 2025|Real Estate|

Camp Woodridge stretches along the westerly shore of Lake Placid, tucked beneath Loch Bonnie Mountain. Framed by mature trees, the property opens onto private lake frontage with sweeping views of the Adirondack High Peaks. A wood-clad main cabin and a newly built guest cabin anchor the grounds, together offering three bedrooms and three bathrooms that balance shared gathering space with private corners for retreat. The lake and mountains form a quiet, ever-present backdrop, and the setting feels both intimate and expansive, offering a sense of retreat without ever losing sight of the surrounding natural beauty.

Modern Farmhouse Estate in Bovina Center, NY

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-08-19T20:44:01+00:00August 18th, 2025|Real Estate|

Set at the end of a tree-lined allée with cascading waterfalls, this modern farmhouse is nestled into landscaped grounds overlooking the Bovina Valley and distant ridge lines. Defined by its seamless connection to nature, the home opens to wraparound porches, bluestone terraces, and French doors that frame sweeping views. Beyond the main residence, the property unfolds into gardens, outdoor rooms, and guest spaces — a Catskills retreat designed for both quiet living and convivial gathering.

The Beacon Firehouse: 1889 Landmark in the City’s Creative Core

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-08-20T17:42:15+00:00August 11th, 2025|Real Estate|

Built in 1889, the Beacon Firehouse is a landmark of the city’s historic core, distinguished by its mansard roof, original bell tower, and arched windows. Once central to Beacon’s civic life, it retains much of its original craftsmanship – from ornamental plasterwork to finely crafted woodwork – alongside modern infrastructure. Today, its scale and adaptable layout position it for a new chapter, from cultural or community use to boutique hospitality, all within steps of Main Street’s shops, restaurants, and galleries in one of the Hudson Valley’s most active small cities.

A Guide to Kerhonkson, NY

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-08-11T16:44:38+00:00August 7th, 2025|Travel|

Set between the Catskills and the Shawangunk Ridge, Kerhonkson, NY is a low-key gateway to some of the Hudson Valley’s most dramatic landscapes. Here, glacial lakes meet ridge-line trails, and post-hike afternoons wind down with small-batch cider, tacos, or natural wine beneath the trees.Home to Minnewaska State Park Preserve – a 22,000-acre expanse of cliffs, forests, and panoramic viewpoints – Kerhonkson draws hikers, swimmers, and day-trippers with its blend of rugged terrain and relaxed hospitality. A six-mile hike might wrap with a sandwich and a cider flight, while a Friday night could mean craft cocktails at a roadside motel.Kerhonkson moves at its own pace – mornings on the ridge, evenings around the table, with plenty of space to breathe between. Read on for our full area guide, including where to hike, eat, and drink.

A Guide to Saugerties, NY

By Hannah Crisafulli|2025-09-16T20:53:24+00:00August 1st, 2025|Weekend Guides|

Saugerties sits where Esopus Creek meets the Hudson River, offering a quiet village atmosphere framed by water and woods. Known for its blend of historic charm and creative energy, the town’s walkable center is filled with vintage shops, boutiques, and cozy cafes set into old brick buildings. Just beyond the village, forested trails and tidal marshes open into riverside views and sculpture parks, creating a balance between small-town ease and outdoor adventure.Today, Saugerties quietly draws artists, makers, and independent businesses – a community that honors its past while shaping a thoughtful, design-minded identity.Read on for our guide to Saugerties, with recommendations on where to hike, eat, shop, and stay.

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